Instructor, Community & Public Health

Description

Eastern Illinois University is pleased to invite applications for the Instructor, Community & Public Health position. This position is a full-time, annually contracted (Unit B) appointment comprising teaching undergraduate and graduate courses across all degree programs. Courses to be taught may include but are not limited to: personal health, community health, human sexuality, personal nutrition, research methods, health citizenship, health politics and policy, human diseases, epidemiology. Opportunities to develop expertise-specific elective courses as well as supervise departmental honors student theses or graduate student projects.

Starting Date: August 16, 2026

Salary Range: $45,000.00-$49,500.00 base salary per academic year. Overload and/or summer teaching often available in addition to the base salary.

Benefits Overview: Eastern Illinois University is proud to offer an excellent benefits package designed to support our employees' well-being and career goals. This position is eligible for the following benefits:

• Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Competitive employee insurance premiums with flexible plan options.
• Vision Insurance: Vision coverage is included with medical at no cost.
• Dental Insurance: Dental plans available to meet your needs.
• Retirement Benefits: Participation in the State University Retirement System, which includes medical insurance benefits upon retirement.
• Tuition Waivers: Opportunities to pursue educational goals through tuition waivers for employees and dependent children.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Up to 12 paid holidays annually, plus earned vacation and sick time.

 For more information on our employee benefit programs, please visit EIU Employee Benefits webpage.

The Department: The Department of Public Health & Nutrition trains students for a variety of roles in health administration, nutrition & dietetics, and public health. We are a collaborative department with supportive colleagues, flexible schedules, and a willingness to embrace new ideas. Website: www.eiu.edu/phn.

The University and Community: Celebrating more than 130 years of excellence, Eastern Illinois University (EIU) is a fully accredited, comprehensive regional residential institution located in Charleston, Illinois—ideally positioned between Chicago, S